2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rainier | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1982 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |